Leader, Planning

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As the Leader, Planning, you will lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of professionals to deliver service excellence. You are responsible to deliver aspects of the RouteAhead strategy and lead the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, strategies, service design specifications and short, medium, and long-range network plans. Primary duties include:

• Leadership, clear direction, and management of Calgary Transit's Planning team.
• Provide oversight and direction of project teams and successfully manage projects by coordinating the activities of the team and peers, and maintain project records in alignment with City standards.
• Prepare and present technical reports for senior management, update policy and strategy documents, and develop processes to ensure efficient and fair decision-making.
• Negotiate with industry partners collaborate with internal teams, and research best practices to identify gaps and capitalize on opportunities to implement and improve transit services.
• Engage meaningfully with the public and advocates, respond to community inquiries, present to Council, and support colleagues in the implementation of approved policies and strategies.
• Provide input to City of Calgary policies, strategies and design standards to guide decisions on mobility programs, infrastructure investments, and facility designs.
• Review Consultants' proposals and manage contracted service providers.

Qualifications

• A degree in Planning (as recognized by the Canadian Institute of Planners), Geography, Engineering, Economics, or a related field and at least 8 years of progressively responsible and varied planning experience.
• Experience with engagement of interested parties and analyzing public behaviour is required.
• Demonstrated ability in project management, effective communication (written and oral), and strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills are required.
• Experience with policy & strategy development, design standard development & implementation.

Pre-employment Requirements

• A security clearance will be conducted.
• Applicants will be tested for appropriate skills.
• Must obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Workstyle

• This position may be eligible to work from home for up to one day per week as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

Position and Pay Information

• Business Unit: Calgary Transit
• Union: Exempt
• Position Type: 1 Permanent
• Compensation: Level M2 $133.008 - 166.260 per annum
• Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week.
• Days of work: This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
• Location: 928 32 Avenue NE
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: October 19, 2026
• Job ID: 315366